“And so with the sunshine and the great burst of leaves growing on the trees, just as things grow in fast movies, I had that familiar conviction that life was beginning over again with the summer.” – The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald





Miss O bravely tried to see if a kneeboard worked for paddling. It didn’t….for paddling but still was a lot of fun.




Birds, bunnies, bugs, and borrowed dogs.

The first tries on a pedal bike with training wheels for Mr. D came with a lot of victory, walking the bike, and frustration. Here’s a pic of the former.




Water balloons!!

A heart in slime


Signs of the week
The last sign photo reminds me of an old joke. A man and wife are having morning coffee. He is reading the newspaper as his wife is talking. After a while, he looks at her and speaks. “I’m sorry dear, but I wasn’t paying enough attention. Would you please repeat everything you’ve said to me since we were married?”
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Hilarious!!
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Charming, as always! Slimy hearts caught my attention this time, along with the 4 “B’s”, and the blast of family fun.
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I really like that slime heart too. A complete, happy accident! Hope you have a lovely weekend, Julia!
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Life, love, bugs, water play? What else is there? Oh yeah…doggies and a grand quote to kick it all off. Enjoy the weekend, Wynne…thanks for all the sweet pics of a fab week! 😎
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I love your summary, Vicki! Yes, a great quote to kick summer off, isn’t it? ❤ ❤ ❤
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Yes!!! 😎
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The signs at the end are hilarious! I am surprised the good season you are having in Seattle, Wynne. I went out today with a jacket and I am about to go out again with an additional jacket in my backpack!
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Isn’t that interesting, Cristiana? We certainly have our days in the 50’s too but it seems awfully warm for May already! Hope you enjoy your weekend!
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It was a good week for outdoor fun. I love how a small fence door has come to bring the kiddos to reach full on into borrowing dogs for walks! I particularly like the first sign and its truth. Do you stop there for gas Wynne? They deserve a thank you for keeping people entertained 🙂
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Oh, I hadn’t connected the dots on the dogs – you’re right, one confidence has led to another.
Yes, that gas station does deserve a thank you. I don’t buy my gas there – it’s so expensive! But I circle around the lot to take pictures of both sides. I’ll have to go in to buy something sometime to thank them!
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Oh my goodness, that sigh about the wife made me laugh. We all know someone in our lives who don’t stop yapping!
The photos of your family are so lovely. I hope you enjoy your long weekend beach bacation!
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Beach bacation – it has a nice ring to it. 🙂 I love that sign too. Hope you all enjoy your weekend!
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So much fun across the photos. xxx
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Thanks, Brenda! ❤
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These photos are all great, but the signs are the best! Too funny!!
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I’m so glad you like them. I let out a big laugh too! 🙂 Happy weekend, Erin!
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Wonderful photos that capture so much fun and love!
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Fun at this age and this time of year is so easy! Thanks for the lovely comment, Elizabeth!
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Love these! Looks lime a fun week!
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🙂 ❤ Thanks, Tamara!
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My pleasure!
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Wynne – once again your words & photos brought a smile to my face. Thank you!
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The best part about having kids during the summertime is water balloons, sprinklers, and kiddie pools! I miss those days.
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That’s so true, Mark – such fun activities!
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But now you have ponds, a tractor, and BBQ shaped bird houses so I’d say you’ve still got your summer groove! 🙂
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Haha. This is true. And nothing says I can’t run through a sprinkler myself!
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Right! Without undies and socks too… 🙂
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Childhood joys – great job Wynne!
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Well said, Mary! Happy Memorial Day!
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So much joy! A beautiful yard. And horrible gas prices!
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Yes – our gas prices are some of the highest. Thank goodness we can just play in the back yard! 🙂
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Summer 💕💕💕C
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Exactly, Cheryl! You summed it up in a word and now I’ve used many words to say that… 🙂
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It looks like great fun. I enjoy hearing about your kids – they seem like an adventurous duo.
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So good to see you, Michelle. Yes, they are a great pair! Thanks for commenting!
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